Jalile "Julia" H. Saliba

Born in Lebanon, she carried within her the rich traditions of her homeland, but made the life-altering decision to leave everything familiar behind in pursuit of a better future for her children. With unwavering determination, she uprooted her life and journeyed to America, guided by her deep love of God and the hope of the opportunities her children would one day have.

Her journey was not easy, but she bore every hardship with quiet strength and grace. She built a new life from the ground up, giving selflessly of her time, energy, and heart. Her children were the center of her world, and every sacrifice she made was rooted in her desire to see them thrive. Through her actions, she taught resilience, kindness, and the true meaning of unconditional love.

Jalile was the proud and loving mother of her three sons, Badih, Marwan, and Maurice Saliba, who were the greatest joy of her life. She poured her heart into raising them, guiding them with strength, wisdom, and unwavering devotion.

Beyond her role as a mother, Jalile was a source of warmth and generosity to everyone she encountered. She believed deeply in helping others and was always ready with an open hand, a listening ear, or a comforting word. Her compassion extended far beyond her family, touching friends, neighbors, and even strangers.

As she leaves this world, she leaves behind a powerful legacy—one defined not by material things, but by love, selflessness, and the lives she shaped. Her spirit lives on in her children, who carry forward her values, her strength, and her unwavering belief in helping others.

She is survived by her children, Badih Saliba (Kristie), Marwan Saliba, and Maurice Saliba (Darlene); grandchildren, Michael Saliba, Katherine Ring (Emery), Thomas Saliba, Gabby Wyrick (Ben), Matthew Saliba, and Andrew Saliba; great-grandchildren, Ava and Joseph Ring; and many special friends.

Jalile "Julia" Saliba will be deeply missed, forever remembered, and endlessly cherished.

Receiving of friends will be held on Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 4:30pm with a funeral service to follow at 6:00pm at St. George Greek Orthodox Church. A graveside service will be held Friday, June 26, 2026 at 11:00am at Berry Highland Memorial Cemetery.